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## What’s Your Mama’s Name by Tanya Tucker: A Timeless Country Classic
Tanya Tucker’s “What’s Your Mama’s Name” is a classic country song that has stood the test of time. Released in 1978, the song is a timeless tale of heartbreak and longing. Tucker’s powerful vocals and the song’s catchy melody have made it a beloved anthem for country music fans of all ages.
The song’s narrative revolves around a woman who is struggling to move on from a past relationship. She is haunted by memories of her former lover and the pain of their separation. The chorus, “What’s your mama’s name, boy? I’m gonna tell her what you did to me,” expresses the woman’s deep-seated resentment and desire for revenge.
Tucker’s performance is both raw and emotive. Her voice conveys the character’s pain and vulnerability in a way that is both heartbreaking and empowering. The song’s arrangement is simple yet effective, with a driving rhythm and a memorable guitar riff.
“What’s Your Mama’s Name” is more than just a catchy tune; it is a poignant exploration of heartbreak and the human condition. The song’s universal themes have resonated with audiences for decades, making it a timeless classic. Tucker’s performance is a testament to her talent and artistry, and the song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless appeal.
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What’s your mama’s name child?
What’s your mama’s name?
Thirty some odd years ago a young man came to Memphis
Askin’ ’bout a rose that used to blossom in his world
People never took the time to mind the young man’s questions
Until one day they heard him ask a little green eyed girl
What’s your mama’s name child?
What’s your mama’s name?
Does she ever talk about a place called New Orleans?
Has she ever mentioned a man named Buford Wilson?
What’s your mama’s name child?
What’s your mama’s name?
Twenty some odd years ago a drunkard down in Memphis
Lost a month of life and labor to the county jail
Just because he asked a little green eyed girl a question
And offered her a nickel’s worth of candy if she’d tell
A year and some odd days ago an old man died in Memphis
Just another wayward soul the county had to claim
Inside the old mans ragged coat they found a faded letter
It said you have a daughter and her eyes are Wilson green
What’s your mama’s name child?
What’s your mama’s name?
Does she ever talk about a place called New Orleans?
Has she ever mentioned a man named Buford Wilson?
What’s your mama’s name child?
What’s your mama’s name?
What’s your mama’s name child?
What’s your mama’s name?